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Mark Ferguson

Lab Labour Gateshead Central and Whickham ID 5031
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At a glance

Mark Ferguson is currently a Labour MP for Gateshead Central and Whickham, and has represented the constituency for 2 years, 0 months. The latest election majority is 9,644. They are most active voting on Crime / Justice. They have voted in 89.3 % of eligible Commons divisions, compared with a Commons average of 72.7 %. For financial year 2024-25, Mark Ferguson submitted £191,951 of expenses, which is 15 % lower than the average MP. Asked 2 parliamentary questions in the last 12 months.

Parliamentary activity snapshot

Current activity signals from votes, debates, questions, sponsored bills, and topic coverage. This is not a performance score. Most recent activity: 1 Jul 2026.

Voting participation 89.3 %
MP
89 %
Avg
73 %
Rank 29 of 650 — higher than 96% of MPs
Debates 8
MP
8
Avg
70.9
14 contributions across 8 appearances Rank 622 of 650 — less than 96% of MPs
Questions asked 2
MP
2
Avg
127.6
Rank 552 of 650 — fewer than 85% of MPs

Voting alignment

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Based only on divisions where both MPs recorded comparable Aye/No votes. Tellers, absences, abstentions, and missing votes are excluded.

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Parliamentary history

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Party affiliations, constituency changes, parliamentary roles, and election results. In the Commons for 2 years, 0 months. Majority of 9,644. 8 role(s) recorded.

Voting record

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Voted in 503 of 563 eligible divisions (89.3 %).

Parliamentary activity

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8 debate appearances and 14 contributions in the last 12 months. Tabled 2 parliamentary questions in the last 12 months.

Expenses

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Total spend of £191,951 in the 2024-25 financial year.

Registered interests

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Interests registered across 3 categories.

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FAQs

Who is Mark Ferguson?

Mark Ferguson is a Member of Parliament representing Gateshead Central and Whickham. Source

Which party does Mark Ferguson represent?

Mark Ferguson currently represents Labour. Source

Which constituency does Mark Ferguson represent?

Mark Ferguson currently represents Gateshead Central and Whickham. Source

How long has Mark Ferguson been an MP?

Mark Ferguson has been in the House of Commons for 2 years, 0 months. Source

What registered interests are listed for Mark Ferguson?

Mark Ferguson has registered interests in 3 imported categories. These come from the UK Parliament registered interests data. Source